In The Ottawa Community
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* 2018 G.J. Cooper Scholarship Award. The scholarship, valued at approximately $15,000, is granted each year to support the studies of a member of the Ottawa Jewish community who is between the ages of 18 and 30, has displayed leadership qualities, academic excellence and has an interest in the Jewish community. Deadline April 13, 2018. More info here.
* The Norman Lesh Philanthropy Award. Valued at about $3,500, the award honours the legacy of philanthropist, Norman Lesh. This award aims at encouraging other innovative thinkers to develop their own philanthropic legacy. Deadline: April 13, 2018. More info here.
Sponsor a family's Passover seder. The Ottawa Kosher Food Bank is seeking donations of $72 to sponsor a family's Pesach bag. To donate contact the food bank at 613-728-3501 ext 235, or email michelle@kehillatbethisrael.com.
Annual Passover Fair at Congregation Beit Tikvah of Ottawa,15 Chartwell Ave, Sunday, March 11, 10:30 am - 4 pm. The Passover fair will feature handcrafted items in holiday fabric by Amit chapter CHW, Designs by Sharron, Israeli jewelry, books, Passover gifts, aprons, wine bags in Passover fabric. Na'amat will have Kosher for Passover wine available for pick up for those who have pre-ordered. Extra bottles will be available. A collaboration of Canadian Hadassah-Wizo (CHW) Ottawa, Na'amat Ottawa, Congregation Beit Tikvah. Contact Marilyn Schwartz at 613-828-4488 or marilyn_sch1970@yahoo.ca.
Limmud Ottawa offers another outstanding day of Jewish learning and culture on Sunday, March 18, 2018, at the SJCC. Limmud is truly a magical recipe of art, tradition, religion, spirituality and Jewish life, sprinkled with creativity and served to participants from all backgrounds, religious affiliations and age groups. Choose from multiple sessions every hour run by educators, artists, academics, performers, experts, and enthusiasts. We offer hands-on workshops, panel discussions, cooking demonstrations and this year a very special Leonard Cohen musical tribute. Registration (Early Bird $25.00; Regular $36.00) covers all sessions, performances, refreshments, and lunch. Specials for family and children. Go to limmudottawa.ca for information, registration, and programs.
Seeing Israel Through A Feminist Lens: Ottawa Women's Tour to Israel. Trip date: April 22- May 2, 2018. Deadline to register: April 1. Limited space remains to join 20 women on an exciting and unique tour of Israel sharing fun, knowledge and adventures. Speakers include Eetta Prince-Gibson, internationally award winning journalist, former editor of the Jerusalem Report, present Israel editor of Moment Magazine; Aida Tuma Sliman, one of only two female Arab members of the Knesset who will discuss equality under the law with Estee Rieder-Indursky, CEO of Nivcharot, Haredi Feminist organization, at the Knesset. Experts will also join group from Haifa University relating to the topic of post-traumatic stress disorder effects on female soldiers, refugees and others living in Israel. Other speakers include members of Women Wage Peace and Women of the Wall. Fun activities will include: jeep tour of the Golan; a visit to Yad Be Yad, a bilingual school dedicated to bringing together Jewish and Arab children; group will also prepare and share dinner with a Druze/ Arab family, tour areas such as the Tel Dan Nature Reserve and a bio-bee centre to learn how Israelis are tackling environmental issues. And more! For a full itinerary, please email agulnikpaula@gmail.com or Yaffa at yaffa.greenbaum@gmail.com.
Journey to Remember: Educational adult trip to Berlin, Poland, Israel with Holocaust survivor, guides. Join a "Journey to Remember" - a "March-of-the-Living" style trip for adults. Organized by Jewish community members, Sharon & David Appotive, Randi & Ian Sherman, Bonnie & Bruce Engel, and Cybele & Lyon Hamburg, you are invited to share a moving experience and a stimulating itinerary in the company of a Holocaust survivor, engaging guides and Ottawa's Rabbi Idan Scher - while enjoying delicious local cuisine and lovely boutique hotel accommodations. The Journey begins in Berlin, proceeds to Poland and ends in Israel. It is a 17-day trip, taking place this October 2018, with very limited space available. If you are interested, please contact Shari Silverstein at 416-315-4049 or shari@thetravelnetwork.com or Cindy Berg at 416-436-7632 or cindy@thetravelnetwork.com.
Maccabi International Youth Games. Apply Today! Do you have a child who plays soccer? Register now to take part in the Maccabi International Youth Games this summer! Join 1,500 athletes, ages 14-16, from around the world for a 10-day unforgettable Israel experience, which includes sports competitions, sports clinics, Tikkun Olam (volunteering), exciting festivities and a lifetime of memories! From July 22 - August 1, 2018. More information here.
Ottawa Jewish Community Foundation Scholarship available! The Ilana and Steven Rubin Scholarship is valued at $1,800 and is aimed to help students who wish to attend a Canadian or Israeli post-secondary institution. Students applying for the scholarship must be graduating from high school this year with at least a B average. Applicants must also demonstrate financial need through qualification for the Ontario Student Assistance Program or equivalent. The application deadline is April 13. More information at http://bit.ly/2FiLj5B, foundation@jewishottawa.com, or 613-798-4696 x270.
Follow Your Heart, Sunday, March 4, 9 - 11:40 am. We know that Federation donors give from the heart with the sincere desire of making a difference. "Follow Your Heart" allows you to see that difference and visit the beneficiary agencies supported by the Annual Campaign, so you can witness firsthand, the work being accomplished because of your generosity. The morning will start with breakfast at the Soloway JCC. Then we will visit three other funded agencies; Ottawa Jewish Community School, Tamir and Hillel Lodge. You followed your heart and made a gift - now join us to see how you made a DIFFERENCE.The tour is free and includes breakfast, but space is limited. Please register with Solange at sashe@jewishottawa.com or 613-798-4696 x236.
Hire an Intern to support Camp B'nai Brith student staff. Could you use an intern for May/June 2018? Camp B'nai Brith of Ottawa has recently set up a unique program whereby our staff participate in a 5-6 week internship in their field of study for May/June, and then continue their employment at camp for July/August. It enables the camp to retain staff longer, and the students (1st year university students or older) to gain a summer full of relevant work experience. Please consider offering an internship at your workplace that can be presented to staff. Our staff are hard-working, motivated, and eager to learn and contribute! We hope you will consider partnering with CBB of Ottawa to help grow the next generation of Jewish leaders. If you are able to help or would like more information, please contact Cindy at cindy@cbbottawa.com or 613-244-9210.